Cupcake Envy

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Break out of the traditional cupcake mold and create fun, creative mini cakes with this delightful cookbook! These clever single-serving cakelets take on beloved forms that will charm everyone in your life. Bake exquisite treats resembling a stylish party dress, a desktop humidor, a cheerful coffee cup, an adorable baby bottle, a wicked voodoo doll, a stylish purse, and more than two dozen other amazing likenesses that will surely impress! Preparing these cakes is easy with common pans already in your kitchen. The author, a self-taught cake designer, founded her business in Wake Forest, North Carolina, in 2006. Her cakes have gained national attention, including features on DailyCandy.com and the Ugly Betty show. With straightforward instructions, you can unleash your creativity on each design. Prefer polka dots over flowers? Go for it! Choose your favorite colors and make it your own. Even if baking isn’t your strong suit, decorating these mini cakes is enjoyable. Each cake can be made with a simple box of cake mix and store-bought toppings, allowing you to focus on the fun parts—shaping and decorating. For anyone wanting to make special occasions even more memorable, this cookbook is a delicious and crafty resource!